Grow with Love in Al Barsha South
Set within the growing community of Al Barsha South, Chubby Cheeks Early Learning Center forms part of a well-regarded nursery group that has built its reputation across the UAE. This branch welcomes children from as young as 45 days old right through to 4 years of age, giving families in the neighbourhood a trusted early years option close to home. As a nursery in Al Barsha South, Dubai, it carries forward the group's established philosophy while responding to the needs of local parents seeking a full day, year-round setting. Registered with the KHDA, the nursery delivers the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, enriched with Montessori and Reggio Emilia influences. Children of all backgrounds and abilities are welcomed into a programme built around flexibility for working parents, with care available throughout the year rather than a typical school-term structure. At the heart of the Al Barsha South branch is a focus on gentle, play-based learning, close staff-child bonds and an environment built for comfort and safety. The team's aim is straightforward: to create a home away from home for every child who walks through the doors, right here in Al Barsha South.
EYFS · Montessori · Reggio Emilio • الأعمار 45 days to 4 years
The Al Barsha South premises have been fitted out to encourage active, hands-on exploration from the earliest years. In keeping with the…
Health, safety and hygiene are treated as a priority at Chubby Cheeks, with premises designed with reference to UK Office for Standards in…
Families based in Al Barsha South and the surrounding areas are welcome to contact this branch directly to arrange a tour or start the…
Chubby Cheeks follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, a framework established by the British Government that covers seven areas of learning: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; Mathematics; Knowledge and Understanding of the World; Physical Development; and Creative Development. Best practices from the Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies are woven into everyday delivery, reflecting the belief that every child is different and learns in their own way. Literacy is supported through storytelling, a wide range of books and the Jolly Phonics programme, helping children build early reading skills through songs and rhymes. Mathematical understanding is developed through structured play involving numbers, shapes, sorting and measurement, while Knowledge and Understanding of the World encourages children to explore, question and investigate. Physical development is nurtured through activities that build both gross motor skills, such as climbing, running and riding tricycles, and fine motor skills using play dough, crayons, beads and puzzles. Creative expression is encouraged through art, music, movement, dance and imaginative role play, giving children varied outlets to share their thoughts and feelings.
الفئة العمرية: 45 days to 4 years
Chubby Cheeks Early Learning Center organises children into age-appropriate classes from 45 days to 4 years old. The Baby Room caters for children from 2 months until they begin walking, with a qualified nurse coordinator, paediatric-trained staff and a low child-to-staff ratio to give each baby individual attention, with daily sleep, feeding and toileting routines recorded for parents. The Toddler Class, for children aged 1 to 2 years, is an active playgroup where children begin forming first words and friendships through play in spacious, themed classrooms. The Preschool Class, for ages 2 to 3, builds on this with more structured activities across table-top zones, circle time and a mini library, preparing children for the next stage. Foundation Classes, for children aged 3 and above, focus on developing the social skills, confidence, independence and communication abilities children need for the transition to primary school, with the nursery noting that its graduates move on to a range of schools across the UAE.
The Al Barsha South premises have been fitted out to encourage active, hands-on exploration from the earliest years. In keeping with the group's approach, the branch features a children's gym, a library and ICT corner complete with an interactive smart board, and imaginative role-play spaces including a mini supermarket and dress-up corner. Indoor soft play zones with ball pools and climbing walls give children safe spaces for physical play regardless of the weather outside. Outdoor areas at this Al Barsha South nursery include swings, slides and a biking track, allowing children to burn off energy and build gross motor skills beyond the classroom walls. Toddler and preschool classrooms are arranged into distinct zones for table-top activities, circle time and quiet reading, so children can move naturally between focused learning and free play across their day at the nursery.













Health, safety and hygiene are treated as a priority at Chubby Cheeks, with premises designed with reference to UK Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED) guidelines. Nurseries in the group are equipped with an on-site clinic staffed by a full-time DHA-registered nurse, along with CCTV monitoring and security measures including a guard at the entrance. Babies in the Baby Room have their sleeping, feeding and toileting routines recorded and shared with parents daily, supporting a smooth settling-in process for the youngest children. Staff across the nursery are described as multinational, qualified and caring, with a philosophy of 'Hug First, Then Teach' underpinning day-to-day interactions with children. Communication with families is treated as a partnership, with weekly emails from teachers outlining planned activities, end-of-term parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress, and baseline assessments used to track each child's development over time.
Families based in Al Barsha South and the surrounding areas are welcome to contact this branch directly to arrange a tour or start the admissions conversation, simply specifying the Al Barsha South location when reaching out. Enrolment spans children from 45 days old to 4 years, with places allocated to the Baby Room, Toddler, Preschool or Foundation classes depending on the child's age. Parents can get in touch by phone, email or WhatsApp, or submit an enquiry through the Chubby Cheeks website to check current availability and arrange a visit to see the Al Barsha South nursery in person before enrolling.
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